2009 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Daihatsu Charade

To start off, both 2009 BMW 325 and 2009 Daihatsu Charade were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.

Because 2009 BMW 325 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 325 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 325 2009 Daihatsu Charade
Make BMW Daihatsu
Model 325 Charade
Year Released 2009 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2494 cc 998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 68 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 95 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 71 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 245 km/hour 160 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7 seconds 11.5 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 3480 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1540 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.4 L/100km 4.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 36 L